Official Announcement: Switch 2 Unveiled

Switch 2 Officially Announced Nintendo's highly anticipated Switch 2 is officially on the horizon! This article summarizes the key details revealed in Nintendo's initial teaser.

Nintendo Switch 2: A Sneak Peek

Nintendo Switch 2 Direct: April 2, 2025

Following months of speculation, Nintendo finally unveiled the Switch 2 with a brief teaser trailer on January 16th. The trailer showcased a refined design retaining the hybrid functionality of its predecessor, but with key enhancements.

The teaser highlighted a larger display, a more robust kickstand, and magnetically attaching Joy-Cons – a significant change from the original Switch's rail system. An additional USB-C port on the console itself was also confirmed.

Backward compatibility is confirmed for both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, although Nintendo notes that some titles may not be fully compatible. Specific details regarding unsupported games will be released later on the Nintendo website. Nintendo Switch Online functionality will continue seamlessly on the Switch 2.

Switch 2 Officially Announced While no exclusive titles have been officially announced, the trailer hinted at a potential new Mario Kart installment, and recent reports suggest Gotham Knights might be coming to the platform. A dedicated Nintendo Direct on April 2, 2025, will provide further details on game titles and other features.

Hands-on Experience: Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Events

Switch 2 Officially Announced Nintendo is hosting "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" events in major cities worldwide, giving fans a chance to try the console before its launch.

Ticket registration opens January 17th, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. PT / 2:00 P.M. CT / 3:00 P.M. ET, closing January 26th, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. local time for each location. A Nintendo Account is required. Successful applicants will be notified shortly after the registration period ends.

Event locations and dates:

North America: